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Federal Register · May 7, 2026
The title they went with Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 46, 46A, and 46B Noisy translates that to

US Treasury quietly loosens sanctions on Venezuela's oil and gas sector

What happened
The US Treasury Department published three general licenses that loosen sanctions on Venezuela. These licenses allow certain transactions related to oil and gas operations, debt, and equity in the country.
Why it matters
The US has maintained strict sanctions on Venezuela for years, making it difficult for companies to operate there. These new licenses mean some companies can now resume or expand their activities in Venezuela's critical oil and gas sector. This could lead to more oil supply coming from Venezuela, potentially affecting global energy markets.
The signal
Watch for announcements from major oil companies about new or expanded operations in Venezuela, and whether the country's oil production numbers begin to climb.
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